THEME: American Voices“America is not something if it consists of each of us. It is something only if it consists of all of us .” Woodrow Wilson President of the USA Quote: “The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary” Vince LombardiRIF: Reference and research / Point of viewWord of the Week: laconic- The use of few words in speechEssential question: How does the assassination of Lincoln affect the development of American history?Objectives:Students will be able to:1.Work collaboratively.2. Understand and appreciate non-fiction3.Understand an author’s use of biography 4. Prepare visuals to use in a presentation5. Use biography as a springboard for creative writing.6. Practice speaking and listening skills.Monday _ Memorial Day – No schoolTuesday:Warm up: Middle School MemoriesClass work: Creation of map for Route map presentation ( Harriet Tubman …. Underground Railroad). Oral Presentation